Fishing trips and charters
Book guided fishing trips with licensed local captains: inshore, reef and deep sea charters in Florida, freshwater bass trips on Florida's best lakes, and walleye and smallmouth bass charters on Lake Erie, Pennsylvania. Pick a place, pick your fish, and see live prices and open dates.
Gear included on every trip. Fishing license and bait included on saltwater trips.
Where do you want to fish?
Search by destination, lake or type of fishing. We'll show the best matching fishing trips with live dates.
Search by destination, lake or activity.
How much does a fishing charter cost?
Inshore fishing charters start at $500 for 4 hours, with the final price set by group size. Reef trips start at $700 for 5 hours, and offshore deep sea trips start at $700 for 4 hours, one price for up to 6 guests. Freshwater bass fishing trips start at $250 for 2 hours; the freshwater fishing license and live bait are extra. Prices come from the live booking calendar.
Every iOutdoors trip is a guided fishing trip: your captain or guide brings the boat, rods and tackle and knows where the fish are biting, and saltwater charters include your fishing license and bait.
| Trip | Example | From | Guests |
|---|---|---|---|
| Inshore | New Smyrna Beach, 4 hr | $500 | Price by group size |
| Reef | New Smyrna Beach, 5 hr | $700 | Up to 6 |
| Offshore / deep sea | Fort Pierce, 4 hr | $700 | One price for up to 6 |
| Freshwater bass | Lake Toho, 2 hr | $250 | License and live bait extra |
| Lake Erie | Erie, PA walleye | Call to book | Walleye and smallmouth bass |
Choose your state
Florida fishing charters
Inshore, reef and offshore trips on the Atlantic, the Gulf and the Keys, plus trophy largemouth bass on Lake Okeechobee, Lake Toho and the St. Johns River.
From $250Bass 2 hr · inshore from $500 · offshore from $700
Lake Erie fishing charters
Walleye and smallmouth bass charters out of Erie, Pennsylvania, with lake trout in the fall.
Call to bookWalleye · smallmouth bass · lake trout
Choose your type of fishing trip
Inshore fishing
Redfish, trout and snook in bays, lagoons and flats. Calm water, great for families.
From $5004, 6 or 8 hr · price by group size
Reef fishing
Bottom fishing on natural and artificial reefs for snapper, grouper and triggerfish.
From $7005 or 8 hr · up to 6 guests
Deep sea fishing
Mahi, kingfish, sailfish and grouper past the inlet. One price for up to 6 guests.
From $7004 to 8 hr · up to 6 guests
Bass fishing
Trophy largemouth on Lake Okeechobee, Lake Toho, the St. Johns River and more.
From $2502 to 8 hr · license extra
Pontoon fishing
Relaxed lake fishing for families and groups on a covered pontoon boat.
From $5004, 6 or 8 hr
Iguana hunts
Guided iguana hunts in South Florida: Fort Lauderdale, Miami and Palm Beach.
From $4002 to 8 hr
Reviews from iOutdoors fishing trips
5.04,362 reviews
Had a great time with Capt. Cody! He was very knowledgeable about the area and went above and beyond for us. Would highly recommend to anyone looking to catch fish and have a great day on the water!
Brittany Ziobro · October 2026 · Google
Captain Brett was great! Put us on fish and iguanas. He went above and beyond, offering multiple suggestions on everything from places to eat and things to do after we finished. He was Easy to talk to and very friendly.
Rosa Babin · October 2026 · Google
Captain Paul is great! He made sure we had a really good time. Hope to see you again soon.Nancy, Jon and David
Nancy Pulling · October 2026 · Google
Great day with Captain Justin on his 19’ Nitro / 200 Yamaha. He put us on bigmouth bass, bluegill, and crappie, and he knows the fish, alligators, manatees, and Florida birds as well as he knows the water. Capable boat, knowledgeable captain — we’d go again.
Larry Franz · October 2026 · Google
Cody was our guide. We absolutely loved Captain Coby. He put on some monster fish and we had a blast. Awesome gyude service. Awesome Guide
tommy pomeroy · October 2026 · Google
It was our 1st trip to Lake Erie fishing.We had a great day fishing with Capt Mark. It was windy with 3 and 4ft waves but his Ranger cut through the waves. We caught a few fish but we understood how fishing could be with the weather conditions. Mark is a seasoned fisherman and guide and we would…
Paul Hanner · October 2026 · Google
Captain Richard Hernandez was an amazing guide. We did the 4 hour fishing tour in the Everglades and it was a great experience. Highly recommend!
Patricia R · October 2026 · Google
Had a great time with my grandson. Ken put us onto some nice fish. Thank you Ken
Keith Wilkes · October 2026 · Google
We had a great 2 days fishing on Lake Okeechobee with Captain DJ Timms. He was excellent with the kids. We will be back!!
Nadra Woods · October 2026 · Google
Always enjoy coming out to fish Headwaters with Captain Paul! I’ll be back!
Jim Amsler · October 2026 · Google
Jose was wonderful! Thanks for a great time!
Elisha Stoecklin · October 2026 · Google
We caught 15 to 20 fish on our 4 hour trip Capt Galen fugh was a chill dude so vibes were good and we got some big bass some gar a dogfish and a few pickles all in all im sure we'll be back
Kevin cressley · October 2026 · Google
Popular fishing destinations
New Smyrna Beach
Mosquito Lagoon redfish, Ponce Inlet reefs and offshore.
Lake Okeechobee
Trophy largemouth and crappie from five lakeside towns.
Tampa Bay
Tarpon, snook and Gulf offshore from Tampa, St. Pete and Clearwater.
More ways to fish
Flats fishing
Backcountry fishing
Fly fishing
Kayak fishing
Sport fishing
Drift fishing
Surf fishing
Tarpon fishing
Snook fishing
Redfish fishing
Sailfish fishing
Marlin fishing
Tuna fishing
Shark fishing
Grouper fishing
Snapper fishing
Cobia fishing
Bonefishing
Pompano fishing
Flounder fishing
Party boat fishing
Lobstering
What fish can you catch?
Inshore fishing trips target redfish, snook, spotted seatrout and tarpon. Offshore and reef charters chase mahi-mahi, sailfish, kingfish, snapper and grouper. Freshwater guides fish for largemouth bass and crappie in Florida, and for walleye, smallmouth bass and lake trout on Lake Erie.
RedfishInshore
SnookInshore
TarponInshore
Mahi-mahiOffshore
SailfishOffshore
Red snapperReef
Gag grouperReef
What's biting by season
Winter Dec–Feb
- Inshore: Redfish and trout in clear, cool water
- Offshore and reef: Sailfish on Florida's Atlantic side
- Freshwater: Florida bass spawn begins: best shot at a trophy
Spring Mar–May
- Inshore: Snook and redfish; tarpon start to arrive
- Offshore and reef: Mahi and kingfish build
- Freshwater: Spawn peaks, then post-spawn schools
- Lake Erie: Prime smallmouth bass in April and May
Summer Jun–Aug
- Inshore: Tarpon and snook at dawn and dusk
- Offshore and reef: Mahi, snapper and grouper; calmest seas
- Freshwater: Early-morning topwater bite
- Lake Erie: Prime smallmouth bass in June; great walleye fishing July to September
Fall Sep–Nov
- Inshore: Bull redfish and the mullet run
- Offshore and reef: Kingfish run along the beaches
- Freshwater: Bass feed up as the water cools
- Lake Erie: Walleye through September, then prime smallmouth bass and lake trout in October and November
What's included on a fishing trip
Saltwater trips (inshore, reef, offshore)
- Licensed captain
- Fishing license for every guest
- Rods, reels and tackle
- Bait
- Fuel
- Ice and cooler
- Fish cleaning at the dock
Freshwater trips (bass, crappie, Lake Erie)
- Guide and boat
- Rods, reels and tackle
- Artificial lures
- Fuel
- Life jackets
- Freshwater fishing license (each angler who needs one buys it before the trip)
- Live bait such as wild shiners (some Florida trips, at added cost)
Not included on any trip: captain tip, food and drinks, sun gear and transportation to the dock.
Planning a fishing trip
Inshore, reef, deep sea or bass fishing?
Inshore fishing is calm water close to land and works for families and first-timers. Reef and deep sea fishing trips run past the inlet for bigger fish and need calmer seas. Freshwater bass fishing runs on lakes and rivers and is the easiest to fit around a theme-park vacation in Orlando.
How long should the trip be?
Four hours is a good first trip and the easiest with kids. Six and eight hours give the captain time to run farther, try more spots and target bigger fish.
How far ahead should I book?
Two to four weeks for most dates. Book earlier for holiday weeks, spring break and summer weekends.
What should I bring?
Polarized sunglasses, sunscreen, a hat, a light rain jacket, water and snacks, non-marking shoes, and a phone or camera in a dry bag. On offshore trips, bring seasickness medicine if you need it.
Fishing trip questions
How much does a fishing charter cost?
Inshore charters start at $500 for 4 hours, and the final price depends on group size. Reef trips start at $700 for 5 hours and offshore deep sea trips at $700 for 4 hours, one price for up to 6 guests. Freshwater bass trips start at $250 for 2 hours. Lake Erie charters are booked by phone.
Where can I book a fishing trip with iOutdoors?
All around Florida, from Jacksonville and Daytona Beach to Tampa Bay, Miami and the Keys, on Florida lakes such as Lake Okeechobee and Lake Toho, and on Lake Erie out of Erie, Pennsylvania.
What is included on a fishing charter?
Rods, reels and tackle are included on every trip. Saltwater trips also include the fishing license for every guest, bait, ice and fish cleaning at the dock. Freshwater trips include artificial lures but not the freshwater fishing license or live bait.
Do I need a fishing license?
Not on saltwater charters: the captain's charter license covers every guest. On freshwater trips, each angler 16 or older needs a freshwater fishing license for that state unless exempt.
Which fishing trip should I book?
Inshore suits families and first-timers, reef is steady bottom fishing for snapper and grouper, deep sea is for big game like mahi and sailfish, and bass trips are for lakes and rivers.
How many people can come on a fishing trip?
Most offshore and reef boats take up to 6 guests at one price, inshore boats take 4 to 6 with the price set by group size, and bass boats take 2 to 3.
Can kids and beginners come fishing?
Yes. Inshore, pontoon and freshwater bass trips are the best fit for young kids and first-timers. Tell us their ages when you book so the captain can plan the day.
What happens if the weather is bad?
If the captain cancels for weather or seas, you get a full refund or a free reschedule.
What is the cancellation policy?
You can cancel for free up to 72 hours before your trip.
Can we keep the fish we catch?
Yes, for many species, within state size and bag limits. On saltwater trips the captain cleans your catch at the dock. Most bass are released after photos.
When is the best time to go fishing?
There is good fishing all year in Florida: fall brings bull redfish and kingfish, winter is trophy bass season, and summer has the calmest seas offshore. On Lake Erie, smallmouth bass are best in spring and fall and walleye from July to September.